In this episode of Savory Stories, we embark on a journey through the rich history of barbecue, tracing its origins from Native American traditions to the pitmasters of modern-day Atlanta. We’ll explore how the art of barbecue has become an integral part of America's social, cultural, and political fabric. 

 Hosts Akila and Asata celebrate Atlanta's longstanding barbecue institutions, giving shout-outs to some of the city’s oldest and most beloved BBQ joints. This episode is so tasty that we’ll continue exploring barbecue’s ingredients, sauces, and cultural significance in Part Two. 

  Tune in for a mouth-watering episode that blends history, culture, and culinary artistry!  

Restaurants mentioned:
Pig-n-Chik
Daddy D’z BBQ Joynt
Shane’s Rib Shack
Mr. Pig’s Smokehouse and Barbecue
Fat Matt’s Rib Shack

Photo references:

Thomas Harriot, an artist who went on Sir Walter Raleigh’s 1590 expedition through Virginia 

A Southern Barbecue

In this episode of Savory Stories, we embark on a journey through the rich history of barbecue, tracing its origins from Native American traditions to the pitmasters of modern-day Atlanta. We’ll explore how the art of barbecue has become an integral part of America's social, cultural, and political fabric. 
 Hosts Akila and Asata celebrate Atlanta's longstanding barbecue institutions, giving shout-outs to some of the city’s oldest and most beloved BBQ joints. This episode is so tasty that we’ll continue exploring barbecue’s ingredients, sauces, and cultural significance in Part Two. 
  Tune in for a mouth-watering episode that blends history, culture, and culinary artistry!  
Restaurants mentioned: 
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</ul>
Photo references:
<a href="https://docsouth.unc.edu/nc/hariot/hariot73.jpg">Thomas Harriot, an artist who went on Sir Walter Raleigh’s 1590 expedition through Virginia </a>
 <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pit_barbecue#/media/File:A_Southern_Barbecue.jpg">A Southern Barbecue</a>

A look at Atlanta’s people, through its cuisine and food history. Savory Stories traces Atlanta’s food story from the past to the present, getting to know Atlanta’s culinary creators and demystifying stereotypes about food with hosts Akila McConnell and Asata Reid.

A look at Atlanta’s people, through its cuisine and food history. Savory Stories traces Atlanta’s food story from the past to the present, getting to know Atlanta’s culinary creators and demystifying stereotypes about food with hosts Akila McConnell and Asata Reid.

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